Valentine’s Day in Dubai has never been a one-size-fits-all affair. Gone are the days when romance meant a single candlelit dinner and a fixed idea of who you should be celebrating with. This year, the city’s restaurants, bars and hotels are leaning into brunches for singles, beachside dinners for couples, creative workshops, quiz nights, and plenty of low-pressure options for anyone who’d rather keep things light.
Whether you’re planning a full-blown romantic evening, a Galentine’s catch-up, or just an excuse to eat well and drink something bubbly, here’s where to go out for Valentine’s Day 2026 in Dubai.
Reform Social & Grill: Love on Toast Breakfast & Creative Workshop
Valentine’s doesn’t have to start at sunset. Reform is keeping things relaxed with Love on Toast, a Valentine’s edition of its breakfast buffet running on 14 and 15 February, from 9 am to 1 pm. The venue’s emphasis on comfort food, daytime dining and community-focused events makes this a lower-impact alternative to late-night fine dining. Later in the day, Stitch Your Heart Out offers a Valentine’s patch-making workshop, a creative, no-pressure alternative to dinner dates.
Location: Reform Social & Grill Dubai, The Lakes Club, Al Thaniya Third | Date: 14 & 15 February 2026 | Love on Toast Price: AED 149 per adult, AED 35 for kids; mums get complimentary mimosas | Workshop Price: AED 125 per person.
Jones the Grocer – Beachside Valentine’s Dinner
For couples who want sea views without over-the-top theatrics, Jones the Grocer on Palm West Beach is hosting a beachside Valentine’s dinner with live entertainment. Behind the scenes, the brand takes sustainability seriously, working across environmental, social, and cultural pillars, with a focus on traceable, responsibly sourced ingredients. Partnerships with local farms, biodiversity-led menu choices and efforts to reduce food waste make this a polished option for couples who want a memorable dinner without switching off their values.
Location: Jones the Grocer, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | Date: 14 February 2026 | Time: 7:00pm–11:00pm | Offer/Price: AED 549 Soft Package | AED 799 House Package | AED 999 Premium Package for 2 guests
Trader Vic’s – Valentine’s Brunch & Dinner
Trader Vic’s is offering two ways to celebrate: a Valentine’s brunch for those who prefer daytime plans, and Valentine’s Under the Stars for evening diners. Expect tropical flavours, live entertainment and a fun, upbeat crowd. Trader Vic’s menu typically includes a colourful mix of salads, grilled vegetables, and vegetable-centred sides easily adaptable for plant-based diners.
Location: Trader Vic’s, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | Date: 14 February 2026 | Time: 1pm–5pm | Offer/Price: AED 349 Soft Package | AED 425 House Package | AED 649 Premium Package
Barfly by Buddha-Bar
If Valentine’s Day calls for a little drama (the good, Parisian kind), Le Brunch des Amoureux at Barfly by Buddha-Bar delivers. This Valentine’s edition of the venue’s signature Soirée Brunch brings crowd-favourite dishes, flowing drinks and live entertainment, all set to the buzz of Palm West Beach. The rooftop recently hosted the launch of Jason Momoa’s Meili Vodka, with bespoke cocktails still featured on the menu, while plant-forward plates make it easy for vegetarians.
Location: Barfly by Buddha-Bar, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | Price: AED 365 (soft) | AED 445 (house) | AED 545 (premium) : When: 14 February 2026, 8pm till late
SocialBee
SocialBee offers a softer, daytime take on Valentine’s with its themed Afternoon Tea and hands-on chocolate experiences at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah. Running throughout Valentine’s week, the Valentine’s Afternoon Tea puts a love-filled spin on the café’s signature Beehive, with delicate savoury and sweet bites, Hatta honey-inspired touches and unlimited tea and coffee, ideal for Galentine’s or an afternoon date.
For a more interactive experience, the Valrhona Art of Chocolate Masterclass invites guests to create their own heart-shaped chocolates. With its focus on daytime dining, small-group formats and experience-led celebrations, SocialBee offers a more thoughtful way to mark Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s Afternoon Tea
Location: SocialBee, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | Date: 7–14 February 2026 | Time: 2pm–5pm | Offer/Price: AED 349 per stand for two (Signature) | AED 499 per stand for two (Premium with Prosecco)
Valrhona Art of Chocolate Masterclass
Location: SocialBee, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | Date: 2–13 February 2026 | Time: 2pm–4pm | Offer/Price: AED 249 per person
Bla Bla Dubai
Bla Bla flips Valentine’s on its head with Who’s Your +1?, an interactive dining experience designed for real connections rather than forced romance. The shared, turn-taking menu encourages ordering thoughtfully and finishing with a single dessert to share, subtly reducing excess while keeping things playful and social. Set in Bla Bla’s high-energy space at The Beach, JBR, it’s a confident, cheeky take on Valentine’s that suits couples, friends or anyone skipping the clichés.
Location: Bla Bla Dubai – The Beach, JBR | Date: 14 February 2026 | Time: 6pm onwards | Offer/Price: AED 449 for two people (food only) | AED 599 for two people (food + 6 drinks)
Uptown Social
Uptown Social keeps Valentine’s simple with a one-day 2-for-1 offer on coffee and desserts, available all day on 14 February. Daytime café culture naturally lowers the footprint compared to late-night dining, encouraging slower moments, shorter stays and less waste. With its cosy interiors and neighbourhood feel, it’s ideal for low-key dates, catch-ups or a pause between plans.
Location: Uptown Social, Uptown Dubai | Date: 14 February 2026 | Time: 8am–10pm | Offer/Price: 2-for-1 on coffee and desserts (all day)
Mi Amie
Mi Amie Mi Amie is offering a refined four-course dinner high above the city, complete with champagne on arrival and a curated drinks selection. Set-menu dining allows for tighter portion control and reduced food waste, while the focus is firmly on quality and experience. It’s a polished choice for couples looking to celebrate with intention and some pretty glamorous views.
Location: Mi Amie, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai | Date: 14 February 2026 | Time: 6pm onwards | Offer/Price: AED 1,650 per couple (4-course set menu with welcome champagne and sommelier-selected beverages)
Larte
Larte at Green Key-Certified Studio One Hotel invites couples to slow things down with a traditional Italian four-course dinner built around sharing, conversation, and comfort. The inclusion of a single bottle of house wine per couple keeps the experience generous without being too wasteful. Warm, unfussy and rooted in classic hospitality, it’s Valentine’s done the Italian way: long dinners, fewer distractions, better moments.
Location: Larte, Studio One Hotel, Studio City, Dubai | Date: 14 February 2026 | Time: 7pm onwards | Offer/Price: AED 249 per couple (four-course set menu with one bottle of house wine)
Qwerty
Qwerty’s Love, Edited brings a cool, editorial edge to Valentine’s, welcoming diners with a glass of champagne and entry into a AED 5,000 Sephora raffle. Located within Green Key-certified Media One Hotel, the venue benefits from the hotel’s broader environmental management standards, from energy efficiency to waste reduction. It’s a smart option for couples who prefer atmosphere, conversation and values over spectacle.
Location: Qwerty, Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City | Date: 14 February 2026 | Time: 6pm onwards | Offer/Price: Book dinner and receive one glass of champagne on arrival plus entry into AED 5,000 Sephora raffle
